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The Amherst PTA/PTSA and Amherst School District does not endorse or recommend any camp listed below, nor is responsible for any content provided on the links provided to outside websites and this information is provided as a community service only.

Amherst Central's Summer Scholars Program
mlavin@amherstschools.org
http://
362-4100/838-3764
Danielle Maciok/Kim Ignatius
291 Windermere Boulevard
Amherst, NY 14226
The Summer Scholars 2011 will blend enrichment activities and engaging academics in a theme related curriculum. Themes will be covered in 1-2 week sessions. Exciting themes will be integrated across all program areas; planned and implemented by certified teachers called program leaders. Curricular programs that will be offered are Technology, Math/Science/Ecology, Reading/Writing/Library time, Performing Arts/Drama/Reader’s Theater, Physical Education/Olympics, Swimming Student scholars will be grouped into clusters of between 8 and 10 students. Each cluster will be assigned a counselor. Counselors will travel with their group of students and rotate through academic and activity sessions daily. They will assist the Program Leaders in their instruction. Time not spent in the above listed program areas will be planned by the counselor and will incorporate outdoor play, games and arts and crafts. Field trips will be planned to extend the themes studied. Guest speakers and visiting specialists (Tae Kwon Do Masters, musicians) will be built into the program.

Amherst Tigers Ice Hockey Skills Camp
mmobus@amherstschools.org
http://www.tigershockey.org
716-362-2131
Mark Mobus, Varsity Head Coach
300 Smallwood Drive
Amherst, NY 14226
Amherst High School Ice Hockey Head Coach, Mark Mobus will be leading a skill and battle camp at the Northtown Center in Amherst. This "on ice" hockey camp is offered to both boys and girls of all ability levels in grades 1-6.

Buffalo Equestrian Center Summer Camp
becandbtrc@aol.com
http://www.thebtrc.com
716-877-9295
Libby McNabb
950 Amherst Street
Buffalo, NY 14216
Horseback riding and equestrian related activities.

Buffalo Museum of Science Discovery Camp
bvazquez@sciencebuff.org
http://www.sciencebuff.org
716-896-5200, ext 345
Betsy Vasquez, Caryn Corriere
1020 Humboldt Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14211
Science and nature camps designed to inspire curiosity through exploration.

Buffalo Yacht Club Jr. Sailing
office@buffaloyachtclub.org
http://www.buffaloyachtclub.org
716-883-5900/905-651-7957
Ruth Sparks
1 Porter Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14201
Junior Sailng

Camp Cherith of Western New York
rufous10@verizon.net
http://campcherithwny.org
Winter Phone: 410-346-6177; Summer Phone: 585-468-3850; Rep Phone: 716-604-5815
Alicia Stardley
Winter Address: 301 Kirchoff Road
Westminister, MD 21158
Play, learn and grow in a traditional Bible based outdoor program. Activities: swimming, hiking, archery, riflery, horses, crafts, campfires and more. Located in Hunt, NY.

Camp Hickory Hill
sam@camphickoryhill.org
http://www.camphickoryhill.org
716-631-3498
Sam Richbart
95 Ellen Drive
Cheektowaga, NY 14225
Christian same gender camp (Guys in July, Girls in August)

Camp Kodiak
info@campkodiak.com
http://www.campkodiak.com
905-569-7595
David Stoch
4069 Pheasant Run
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, L5L 2C2
Theraputic, residential summer camp for children and teens, with and without learning disabilities, ADHD and Asperger Syndrome

Camp Ripen
ripen500@verizon.net
http://www.ripenwithus.org
716-836-1014
Colin Michael Chapin/Dana Pocobello
500 Kenmore Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14223
This year's theme is Camp Ripen's "Lost at Sea" and it will include some Mental Group/Team Building and Individual Physical Challenges, Themed Field Trips, Arts and Crafts, Cooking Projects, Science and Nature Explorations, Swimming at Brighton Pool, and our Annual optional Overnight Camping Experience at Camp Pioneer. Every camper will need a pool pass to swim. Lunches will be provided every day except for field trip/travel days. We are a Peanut Free Facility due to Severe Allergies. Registration starts the week of May 2nd and continues until camp starts on Monday, June 27th. Enrollment is available for Full Time (5 days a week) with a two (2) week minimum or Part Time (minimum of 2 days per week) with the same two (2) week minimum. If you refer a new camper to "Camp" and they register to attend, you will be given the following bonus: Attending Full Time - $50.00 credit certificate towards your weekly fee; Attending 3 to 4 days per week - paid Camp Ripen Activities Fee; Attending 2 days per week - One (1) paid field trip (excludes Camping). We hope all campers will enjoy the fun and adventurous program right here at Camp Ripen.

Camp Turner
campturner@gmail.com
http://www.campturner.com
716-354-4555
John Mann, Sheryl Mann, Brian Hauser
POB 264
Salamanca, NY 14779
Co-Ed resident camp for children 8-16. Included horseback riding, archery, outdoor living skills, nature, crafts, campfires, orienteering and more

Canisius College Summer Science Camp
sheridap@canisius.edu
http://www.canisius.edu/sciencecamp
716-888-2347/716-888-3112
Phil Sheridan
2001 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14208
Students entering 5-8th grade explore a variety of science topics through hands on activities.

Canisius College Girl's Basketball Camp
brooks30@canisius.edu
http://www.gogriffs.com
716-888-2776
Jacey Brooks
2001 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14208
Basketball camp for girls ages 8-18. August 1st-5th. Day camp that ephasizes the fundamentals of basketball. T-Shirt and basketball will be given to each camper.

Canisius College Mens Basketball Camps
michael2@canisius.edu
http://www.gogriffs.com
716-888-3173
Gabe Michael
2001 Main Street,
Buffalo, NY 14208
Basketball camp for boys ages 7-17. June 27- July 1. Day camp that ephasizes the fundamentals of basketball, from some of the best basketball coaches in WNY, including the Canisius Mens Basketball team.

Centauri Summer Arts Camp
info@centauriartscamp.com
http://www.centauriartscamp.com
416-766-7124
Craig or Julie Hartley
85 Humbercrest Boulevard
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M6S 4L2
Residential Arts Camp in the Niagara REgion of Canada. Theater, film, writing, art.

Covenant Acres Camp
director@covenantacres.org
http://www.covenantacres.org
585-493-2220
Thomas Bartz, Betty Bartz
7037 Albro Road POB 207
Pike, NY 14130
Faith based camp, wilderness camp with private lake and 166 acres of adventure.

Daemen College Boys and Girls Basketball Camps
dsilveri@daemen.edu
http://www.daemen.edu/athletics/Pages/AthleticsDirectory.aspx
716-839-8380
Don Silveri
4380 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226
Boys and Girls Basketball Camps

Daemen College Summer Arts Improv Camp
cbrandje@daemen.edu
http://www.daemen.edu
716-839-8463
Christian Brandjes
4380 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226
3 hours improvisation for theatre and comedy; high school students in grades 9-12.

Dunkirk Conference Center
eriejulie2@msn.com
http://www.dunkirkcc.com
716-366-1900
Julie LaGrow
3602 E. Lake Road
Dunkirk, NY 14048
Youth and Family Camps

EduKids Summer Camp Presents "Wild About Summer"
corporateoffice@edukidsinc.com
http://www.edukidsinc.com
716-675-6881
Sara Smith
3585 Seneca Street
West Seneca, NY 14224
We're "Wild About Summer!" Our summer camp offere weekly themed activities, field trips, sports, games and water play at 12 local EduKids locations.

ELA Summer Theater Camp at Daemen College
mpierowi@daemen.edu
http://www.daemen.edu
716-839-8550
Elizabeth Wright/Lisa Waterrose
Thomas Reynolds Center, 4380 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226
A Day camp strengthening English Language Arts Skills and Exposure to Performing Arts

Elmwood Franklin School Summer Camp
cwagstaff@elmwoodfranklin.org
http://www.efssummer.org
716-877-5035, ext 160
Clare Wagstaff
104 New Amsterdam Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14216
General Program Day Camp

Erie 1 BOCES Middle School Summer Camp
dscholl@e1b.org
http://www.e1b.org
821-7390
Diane Scholl
355 Harlem Road
West Seneca, NY 14224
To educate and inspire middle school students by fostering an appreciation and understanding of career and technical education opportunities.

Excelsior Scholars
edv2@buffalo.edu
http://www.buffalo.edu/pk16/
716-829-6146
Eric Vosburgh
University at Buffalo
105 Allen Hall, Buffalo, NY 14214
This program, piloted in 2008, has served to improve academic achievement and behavioral development; increased awareness and interest in local career choices and preparatory coursework toward higher education; and engaged diverse community members. The 2011 program will be held in August and will continue its biotechnology focus in studying the microbe Wolbachia: Discovering the Microbes Within. In addition, this summer will feature instruction and field trips to the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus around the increasingly important areas of Life and Health sciences.

Fastbreak Lacrosse Camp of WNY
fblcamp@hotmail.com
http://www.fastbreakwny.com/
716-636-1152
Stefan Henn
POB 1584
Williamsville, NY 14221
Our mission is to improve each camper by providing quality learning experiences. Each camper will be exposed to the most qualified staff and teachers in the game. We are committed to enhance each camper’s lacrosse skill, knowledge and understanding through individual skill sessions and team development. We also believe it is essential to promote sportsmanship, quality citizenship and stress commitment to academic success.

Forrestel Riding and Sports Camp
summer@forrestel.com
http://www.forrestel.com
585-798-2222
Margaret Darroch/Mary Herbert
4536 South Gravel Road
Medina, NY 14103
Forrestel is a premier horseback riding summer camp for girls and boys located in Western New York. We are a family run co-ed summer camp with 1, 2 and 4 week sessions (some just for girls). We take 72 children, ages 7-16. We have 25+ counselors and specialty staff and are nestled on an 800 acre working farm.

Girl Scouts of WNY
janet.depetrillo@gswny.org
http://www.gswmy.org
888-837-6410, ext 6063
Janet DePetrillo, Leeann Hvery
3332 Walden Avenue, Suite 106
Depew, NY 14043
Girl Scout Camping - Day and Residential Camps with theme weeks.

Happyland Day Camp
happylanddaycamp@verizon.net
http://www.happylanddaycamp.com
688-9518
Chris Fagliano
POB 1834
Williamsville, NY 14231
Outdoor day camp for kids ages 3 1/2 TO 10

HotShots Girls Lacrosse Camp
contact@hotshotslaxcamp.com
http://www.hotshotslaxcamp.com
716-446-1893
Janet Battaglia
173 Washington Highway
Amherst, NY 14226
Four day summer day camp for girls desiring lacrosse instruction.

Jewish Community Center of Greater Buffalo Camp Centerland and Kiddie Camp Day Camps
campcenterland@jccbuffalo.org or kiddiecamp@jccbuffalo.org
http://www.campcenterland.org or http://www.jccbuffalo.org
716-688-4114 ext 346
Lauren Cohen
2640 North Forest Avenue
Getzville, NY 14068
Traditional Day Camps for children PK3 - 10th grade

Main Street Children's Academy
sofiamado@hotmail.com
http://www.mainstreetchildrensacademy.com
896-2330/631-1166
Sofia Mado/Jennifer Heppel
6250 Main Street
Williamsville, NY 14221
Set on a 7 acre nature preserve to explore along with fun field trips, them days and special events.

Nichols Summer Program
anewall@nicholsschool.org
http://www.nicholsschool.org
332-5100, ext. 330
Annie Newall, Michele Speach, Beth Stone
1250 Amherst Street
Buffalo, NY 14216
Various Summer Offering at Nichols

Northeast YMCA Summer Day Camps and Camp Weona Resident Camp
msolomonidis@ymcabuffaloniagara.org
http://www.ymcabuffaloniagara.org or http://www.campweona.org
Northeast: 839-2543; Weona: 565-6008
Maria Solomonidis/Al Ferreira
4433 Main Street
Amherst, NY 14226
Ages 3-16

Northland Farm
northlandfarm@rochester.rr.com
http://www.northlandfarmstable.com
585-762-4383
Deborah Kelly
2040 Main Road
Corfu NY 14036
Fun filled day learning how to ride and care for horses,riding helments provided, campers ride in the morning and afternoon, boys and girls ages six through young teens,camps runs Monday-Friday 9:00-3:00

Northway/Wendigo
info@campnorthway.com
http://www.campnorthway.com
905-468-4455
Joan and Brookes Prewitt
294 Regent St. POB 1184
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada L0S 1J0
Wilderness camps located inside Algonquin Park, Ontario, Canada

O'Connell & Company's Camp Cabaret 2011 !
OConnellGetInfo@aol.com
http://www.oconnellandcompany.com
716-848-0800
MATTHEW CLARK, MARY KATE O'CONNELL
Erie Community College - North Campus
6205 Main St. Williamsville, NY 14221
Gleasner Hall
Camp Cabaret 2011! Camp Cabaret 2011 will run from July 11 - July 29, 2011. For Ages 5 to 16 Camp Cabaret develops creativity, self-expression & social consciousness through acting, singing, dancing & comedy. We inspire performers to discover their own unique voice while building valuable skills that extend to all facets of life. At Camp Cabaret, your child is in a creative atmosphere for 3 weeks that works every part of their artistic self. Camp Cabaret provides a safe and supportive environment which encourages the spirit, builds confidence and inspires them to do what they want to do in life and not be afraid to "Go For It!". The Camp program includes instruction in voice, singing, acting, dance, as well as learning and rehearsing dialogue, musical numbers and dance routines for the final musical production. 3 week Performing Arts Day Program which introduces theatre-loving kids to acting, singing, dancing and all aspects of a theatrical production. July 5th - July 23rd, Monday through Friday, 9AM - 4 PM

Park Summer Scholars
mdrozda@theparkschool.org
http://www.theparkschool.org
716-839-1243, ext. 127
Molly Drozda
4625 Harlem Road
Amherst, NY 14226
The Park School Summer Scholars and Sports Camps The Park School is offering one and two week sports, academic and explorative day camp experiences this summer. Each Summer Scholars Experience is unique and immerses the camper in the philosophies of Park's hands on academic program. Each sports camp focuses on individual skills and team play. Lunch is provided for all camps.

Penn Dixie Science Adventure Camp and Triple Trek Summer Day Camp
jbpendix@gmail.com
http://www.penndixie.org
716-627-4560
Jerold Bastedo
POB 772
Hamburg, NY 14075
Natural science programs in geology, fossils, wildlife, wetlands, rockets, astronomy and more.

Soaring High
mcolby@holyangelsacademy.org
http://www.holyangelsacademy.org
834-7120
Mary Colby
24 Shoshone Street
Buffalo, NY 14214
Soaring High is an exciting summer program for girls in grades 6-8 offered at Holy Angels Academy. Each week offers a mix of academic classes, sports, field trips and more! Join us as we explore various themes like Fun with Food, Medieval Times and Harry Potter Week.

St. Vincent De Paul Camp
camp@svdpwny.org
http://www.svdpwny.org
716-882-3360, ext 7
Ray Wassinger
1298 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14209
Campers 8-13. Residential 6-1 week sessions Sun-Sat; Day Camp M-F 8:30-4:30; Campers 7-12 "Spring Break Day Camp" April 18-22.

Tops Cooking School
cookingschool.t00041@topsmarkets.com
http://www.topsmarkets.com/shareddev/sharedcontent/CookingSchool
716-515-2000
Grace Hanusin
3980 Maple Road
Amherst, NY 14226
Jr. Chef Cooking Camp Ages 7-11 Aspiring Chef Culinary Program Ages 12+

West Side Rowing Club Learn To Row Camp
ecorr@corrdistributors.com
http://www.wsrc.org
716-881-9797
Ed Corr
POB 506
Buffalo, NY 14223
Learn to Row Camp for Ages 12-15.